RAMADAN...And so we enter the month of Ramadan. We at the North West Migrants Forum want to wish a peaceful month and Ramadan Mubarak to all our members and everyone around the world who observes it.

HerFuture Programme | North West Regional College This 15-week programme is an employability programme for women of all ages who have been out of the labour market for six months or more and want to restart their career journey.

Are you a woman looking to get back into employment? Our allies in North West Regional College are running this employability programme empowering women to re-enter the labour market into aspiring supervisory or management roles.
Apply here: www.nwrc.ac.uk/business/bus...

'The work is demanding. The context is often difficult. But the courage of the people we serve and the commitment of those who stand beside them gives us renewed strength to continue.'
A powerful message from our CEO, written as part of our annual report, now available to view on our website.

ALL THE BEST HELEN...It's a sad day for us all here at NWMF as we say goodbye to our long-time volunteer English teacher Helen Warby who is leaving us to focus on other projects.
Helen has been a central figure within NWMF for almost two years, bringing with her much fun, joy, energy and mischief!

Launch of Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme - North West Migrants Forum On Wednesday, January 21 2026, around 140 people gathered in Monaghan Peace Campus for the launch of the Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme. The ICI Programme has been made possible throug...

You can see all the photos from the launch of our Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme on our website. It was a joyous occasion, as captured by photographer Karol McGonigle and videographer Jonny Collins.

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LANDMARK PROJECT AIMS TO FOSTER MORE INCLUSIVE SOCIETY IN AREAS FACING DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGE - North West Migrants Forum A NEW programme aimed at creating a more inclusive society within communities on both sides of the border experiencing rapid demographic change has been launched. The Intercultural Cross-border Inclus...

The launch of our Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme, funded by @seupb.bsky.social, was really something special.
What a day it was, with messages of support from @moneillfm.bsky.social, Jerry Buttimer TD and Junior Minister Joanne Bunting.

Read all about it here:

Our Black Heritage NI: Hidden History exhibition has gone on display in Museum of Free Derry.
This unique exhibition traces Black history from the era of the Vikings right through to The Troubles.
It has already been viewed over 2,000 times. Now you can see it, free of charge, by calling into MOFD.

A new year doesn’t need louder opinions, it needs clearer facts.

In 2026, FactCheckNI will keep checking claims, explaining the evidence, and separating fact from spin in Northern Ireland.

Because accuracy still matters.

May your Christmas Day be filled with love and joy. From everyone at the North West Migrants Forum.

CHRISTMAS EVE...As you pull the curtains and settle in for the evening, please spare a thought for those around the world cast to the wind through circumstances not of their making.
#ChristmasCompassion #RefugeesWelcome #Hope #Solidarity

WE ARE HIRING! - North West Migrants Forum THE North West Migrants Forum has just advertised two new roles in our finance department. We are seeking a Finance Officer and a Finance Assistant. What we offer: • Competitive Pay • Good holiday…

WE ARE HIRING...Don't forget, you still have time to apply for one of the two posts we have advertised - Finance Officer and Finance Assistant.
Closing date is January 9, all the information you need is right here: nwmf.org.uk/we-are-hiring/
Imagine stepping into 2026 with that new job swagger!

To all our members heading to the pantomime in St Columb's Hall this afternoon, have a wonderful time (oh yes you will!). And a huge thank you to Gray's Communications for providing us with 40 free tickets. You have put a smile on a lot of faces with your kindness🙂

WE ARE HIRING! - North West Migrants Forum THE North West Migrants Forum has just advertised two new roles in our finance department. We are seeking a Finance Officer and a Finance Assistant. What we offer: • Competitive Pay • Good holiday…

APPLY TODAY...There is still time for you to apply for the two roles we are advertising: Finance Officer and Finance Assistant.
You can download job descriptions and application forms here - nwmf.org.uk/we-are-hiring/
If you fancy starting 2026 on a new footing, apply before January 9!

WE ARE HIRING! - North West Migrants Forum THE North West Migrants Forum has just advertised two new roles in our finance department. We are seeking a Finance Officer and a Finance Assistant. What we offer: • Competitive Pay • Good holiday…

WE ARE HIRING...We are seeking to recruit a Finance Officer and a Finance Assistant.
We always love to see #TeamNWMF grow and expand. If you want to be part of a charity that is making a real time difference to people's lives, send us that application before January 9: nwmf.org.uk/we-are-hiring/

‘Inciting a Pogrom?’: Social Media and Racist Disorder in Ballymena Join us for a discussion on new research into social media, misinformation, and racist violence in Ballymena and beyond.

INCITING A POGROM...A very interesting discussion taking place this Saturday in The Museum of Free Derry from 1pm to 2.30pm. The event will explore new research into social media, misinformation and racist violence in Ballymena and beyond.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/inciting-a...

Farida Hassan preparing some banners for this evening's vigil in support of the people of Sudan. It takes place in Guildhall Square at 6pm. Try and get along if you can.

Tomorrow evening we will stand in solidarity with the people of Sudan. Join us in Guildhall Square at 6pm.

Thank you to Nigel Glenny who brought a group of students from Ulster University to North West Migrants Forum on Monday. Our Integration Officer Gaëlle supplied important information while our members Hala and Sahar told of their incredibly powerful personal stories.

This event, aimed at assisting those living with chronic pain, is taking place in Magee next Saturday. It promises to be a really worthwhile couple of hours spent in the company of experts and health advisors. Register today by scanning the QR code.

Please note that North West Migrants Forum will be closed tomorrow due to the holding of our Black History Summit. We will reopen as normal on Monday morning.

Community workshops help shine a light on lived experiences of refugees and asylum seekers - North West Migrants Forum THE experiences of asylum seekers and refugees were front and centre of two workshops the North West Migrants Forum was invited to participate in during Black History Month. On October 15 our Welfare ...

Last week was a busy one for us with back-to-back workshops in The Gasyard Centre and in Creggan Neighbourhood Partnership. It is in measured, controlled environments like these that so-called legitimate concerns should be addressed, not through violence on our streets.
nwmf.org.uk/community-wo...

We wish all our friends at Nigerian Community Derry/L'Derry well tomorrow as they celebrate the 65th anniversary of Nigerian independence. No doubt there will be lots of singing, dancing and wonderful food. St Columb's Hall, are you ready?🙂

Our friends in the North West Islamic Association are delivering this Diverse City Workshop this Monday in the Museum of Free Derry. It is going to be a very interesting and informative few hours. Get along if you can.

Taking in place in Derry's Guildhall tomorrow. If you're about, do call in.

Mayor gives backing to North West Anti-Racism Charter - North West Migrants Forum THE North West Anti-Racism Charter will be formally launched in Derry’s Guildhall on October 7. The Charter was developed through a series of meetings and community consultation workshops convened by…

CHARTER LAUNCH...It is finally here! Tomorrow sees the launch of the North West Anti-Racism Charter. If you can, please join us in the Guildhall at 11am for what is going to be an historic event.
nwmf.org.uk/mayor-gives-...

Tomorrow evening a candlelit procession to highlight the plight of the people of Palestine will make its way from Free Derry Wall at 7pm.

Jobs - North West Migrants Forum Job Opportunities Intercultural Cross-Border Inclusion Programme (ICIP) Are you passionate about building inclusive communities and promoting peace and integration across borders? The Intercultural Cr...

As part of the new Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme, ourselves and our partner organisations are looking to fill a number of roles.
If you have ever wanted to work with organisations committed to social justice, have a look and send us those applications!
nwmf.org.uk/ici-programm...

Have you registered for #blackhistorysummit2025 yet?
Guest speakers include Zita Holbourne, Lisa Williams and Rajvi Glasbrook with a unique cross-cultural musical collaboration between Ireland's Ritchie Remo and Kenyan singerNelson Ngotiek.
Register today: bit.ly/nwmfsummit2025